Installing MacBook Core 2 Duo RAM
Mid 2009 2.13 GHz model is the only A1181 MacBook that uses PC2-6400 RAM.
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MacBook Core 2 Duo
Accessing the RAM in this computer is straightforward and requires minimal disassembly.
The Mid 2009 2.13 GHz model is the only A1181 MacBook that uses PC2-6400 RAM.
Accessing the RAM in this computer is straightforward and requires minimal disassembly.
The Mid 2009 2.13 GHz model is the only A1181 MacBook that uses PC2-6400 RAM.
Coin
Phillips 00 Screwdriver
PC2-5300 1 GB RAM Chip
PC2-5300 2 GB RAM Chip
PC2-6400 2 GB RAM Chip
PC2-6400 4 GB RAM Chip
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Installing MacBook Core 2 Duo Battery
Installing MacBook Core 2 Duo Memory Cover
Use a coin to rotate the battery-locking screw 90 degrees clockwise.
Use a coin to rotate the battery-locking screw 90 degrees clockwise.
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Lift the battery out of the computer.
Lift the battery out of the computer.
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Unscrew the three evenly-spaced Phillips screws from along the rear wall of the battery compartment.
Unscrew the three evenly-spaced Phillips screws from along the rear wall of the battery compartment.
The screws are captive to the metal memory cover so you cannot lose them.
The screws are captive to the metal memory cover so you cannot lose them.
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Rotate the L-shaped memory cover so it clears the battery compartment opening and lift it up and out of the computer.
Rotate the L-shaped memory cover so it clears the battery compartment opening and lift it up and out of the computer.
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Pull back on the metal lever and slide the RAM chip out from its compartment.
Pull back on the metal lever and slide the RAM chip out from its compartment.
Unlike the iBook line, the MacBook has two RAM slots.
Unlike the iBook line, the MacBook has two RAM slots.
When installing RAM, be sure to push the chips in firmly or else the computer will not register them.
When installing RAM, be sure to push the chips in firmly or else the computer will not register them.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.